Regnum Noctis Vol. 1.
by N. Condor
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Pub Date Mar 09 2026 | Archive Date Jun 05 2026
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Description
From Chapter 14.
"... “As a matter of fact, yes, my lady. It is called a commander’s oath. And the one who enforces it upon me, alongside my conscience, is the ruler of the North.”
A merciful lie. I have already broken my oath in the most disgraceful way imaginable, upon the grave of the Northern ruler’s ancestor, between his daughter’s legs. But I have nothing better to offer this woman."
Meino Terren was sent north as a political offering. He survived by becoming the Commander of the Royal Guard—sworn to serve, sworn to obey, and sworn to want nothing.
The Princess is the one thing he can’t afford to want. A hybrid marked by a bloodline her own people distrust, she walks a razor's edge between power and exile. Both she and Meino hold legitimate claims to the throne, a political reality that should make them enemies. Instead, they’ve been in love since childhood, forced to honor boundaries they would give anything to break.
As a war for the throne turns the kingdom against itself and the darkness beyond the night border begins to bleed into the living world, desire becomes a weakness and love, a liability. Because when the night falls, it does not care about your title. It only cares what you are willing to become to survive.
A Note From the Publisher
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Advance Praise
"A Six of Crows " and "Game of Thrones" had a baby, they'd name it "Regnum Noctis"!" Goodreads Reviewer
"Meino and Helmi had such fun 'voices,' with Meino possessing of a particularly dry, sardonic tone. The fantasy was highly engaging and moved at a fast pace, with an undercurrent of sexual tension between the two mains that kept me coming back for more. There was also the mystery of the beasts that thrive in the Night lands just beyond the Northward Kingdom. Helmi's hybrid origins, part human and part night-born beast, is a closely guarded secret and a source of both great power & fear. Combine that with the forbidden attraction Meino & Helmi harbor for one another and you're left with a devious tension." Goodreads Reviewer
"Regnum Noctis delivers a gripping mix of political intrigue, forbidden romance, and looming supernatural horror. Set in a fractured world where kingdoms barely hold uneasy peace, the story follows Commander Meino Terren and Princess Helmi, two characters caught between duty and desire as war and something far darker begin to rise.
What stands out most is the atmosphere. The constant sense that “night is coming” creates tension throughout, and the world feels dangerous without being overly complicated. The author does a good job balancing personal conflict with larger stakes, there’s a real feeling that every choice matters.
The relationship between the main characters is a core strength. It adds emotional weight and keeps the story engaging even in slower moments. Readers who enjoy romance woven into epic fantasy will likely appreciate this element." Goodreads reviewer
Marketing Plan
- Social Media: Targeted campaign across Instagram and TikTok using #darkfantasy, #epicfantasy hashtags to reach 2,000+ combined followers.
- Newsletter: Featured in various Bookfunnel newsletters.
- Review Strategy: Seeking reviews via NetGalley to build social proof for Amazon and Goodreads launch.
- Advertising: Planned Amazon/Meta ad
- Community Outreach: Engagement with fantasy book bloggers and podcast outreach.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9798249046729 |
| PRICE | $0.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 291 |
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Featured Reviews
Clara L, Reviewer
This is a great dark fantasy to dive into! I really enjoyed reading this, and the cover is EYE CATCHINGGGG! I am someone who loves the dark fantasy (or any fantasy) that has strong political intrigue blended in, because I'm *that* nerd.
Stephanie W, Reviewer
So there is a lot of world building here in the beginning of the book - there are three distinct lands - and it is bound by north - then lesser north - then the south.
In the north are real bad monsters - the king in the middle north - he mated with one of them - they almost sound like sirens - and often they don't leave this men alive - but once she is pregnant he tells her to get an abortion. Well that didn't happen and the princess is a cross between them. No one knows but the king, the princess, and two other high up officials.
There is a lot of politics and court intrigue - the king of the south - his son is sent north, like a trade - and he loves the princess she loves him. He has no idea what she is.
Eventually, there is a big battle - well the king of the south - kills one son, the other son, the crown prince, (and both other sons would have been a better crown prince) - dies and our main male character is now the crown prince.
We have found family, monsters, death, big battle scenes - this world is so grand.
And at the end we are less two kings, and wondering what is going to happen to the princess etc.
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